Equine Science Program

The Equine Science program is an option of the 4–year Animal Science degree program. This option emphasizes science and technology combined with practical aspects of management, horsemanship and training. The program includes courses in Western and English equitation, plus:

• Equine growth, development, reproduction and nutrition
• Business, marketing and management for the equine industry
• Colt breaking, horse training and behavior
• Land management for small acreage grazing
• Hands–on learning through internships, research, and projects that fit your special interests
• Well–rounded experience in basic sciences, communication, leadership, ecology and business

Graduates of this program will gain a firm foundation to meet the growing needs of the equine industry. This program is designed to prepare students for employment in breeding, nutrition, and management of facilities and land, and in allied industries such as sales, feed, tack, and equipment. Students can tailor their program to emphasize science, business, or rangeland or pasture management.

• Indoor heated riding facility Miller Pavilion
• University–owned herd of 30 horses
• 400–acre Bozeman Area Research & Teaching (BART) farm less than one mile from campus Map to Pavilion and BART Farm
• An affiliated professional horseshoeing school and classroom Farrier school
• Low student–to–faculty ratio of 18:1
• Accessible advisors and internship coordinators
• Scholarships available
  • MSU's Scholarship Information Webpage   
  • College of Agriculture Scholarship Webpage

At MSU in Bozeman, the Rocky Mountains are Your Playground!

• Gallatin National Forest — Numerous trailheads just 15 minutes from campus
• Yellowstone Park is only 90 miles away
• Great fishing, hunting, skiing, and outdoor recreation
• MSU has a Rodeo Team, Horseman’ s Club and Polo Club
• Bozeman, Montana is a horse–lover’ s paradise! The area features several outstanding riding and boarding facilities, ranch recreation enterprises, and numerous horse shows

Equine Clubs & Activities

• Montana State University Horseman's Club & Equestrian Team on the Web
• Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) team on Facebook
• MSU Polo Club on Facebook
• MSU Stock Horse Team
• MSU Driving Team

Equine Science Option Degree Requirements

Sample Equine Courses

• Animal Science  (ANSC)
• Equine Horsemanship  (EQUH)
• Equine Science  (EQUS)
• Natural Resources Science & Management  (NRSM)